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By Stella Odueme
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has concluded its Second Half 2026 Route March in Abuja, reaffirming the importance of physical fitness, discipline and endurance in enhancing the operational effectiveness of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
The exercise brought together officers and personnel from various departments and units of the Defence Headquarters as part of efforts to promote healthy living, strengthen unity and sustain physical and mental alertness among military personnel.
Speaking on behalf of the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, the Director-General, Joint Doctrine and Warfare Centre, Major General A.E. Edet, congratulated participants on successfully completing the exercise.
He commended their commitment, determination and enthusiasm, noting that regular physical exercise remained essential to military professionalism and operational readiness.
According to a statement by the The Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, on Friday, Edet urged personnel to sustain the momentum by incorporating physical activities into their daily routines, stressing the need to maintain healthy lifestyles.
He also noted that the route march provided an opportunity for personnel to interact, strengthen camaraderie and promote unity across the various departments and services within the Defence Headquarters.
The DHQ said the successful exercise underscored its commitment to building a healthy, disciplined and combat-ready Armed Forces of Nigeria.
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